Monthly Archives: November 2009

Update – new pics

I’ve added a few underwater pictures taken by Jacquie from Jackster to our Hilmer Hooker blog entry.

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Fun filled day

Our first full day in Cartagena turned out to be quite busy. First order of the day was to go ashore and find the agent to clear in. I wasn’t sure what the local time was given that we’ve now … Continue reading

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Arrived in Cartagena

We arrived in Cartagena at sunset last night. We found our way into the bay ok even though the green marker at the entrance was missing. We dropped the anchor, put away the Code Zero then cracked open a beer … Continue reading

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The going is good

We’ve had better than hoped for weather today. The winds have stayed above 12 knots and at times been nearer 20. Even though we’ve slowed a little now we’re on course for reaching the northern entrance (Bocagrande) at sunset, 6:30pm. … Continue reading

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Bonaire->Cartagena: Day 3

Day 3 was much like day 2 only less remarkable. We managed to jibe the Code Zero at dusk much more successfully than the previous attempt. We caught no fish. Unlike days 1 & 2 where we saw some commercial … Continue reading

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